Dealing With Compassion Fatigue

So often we talk about the importance of being compassionate to others as well as showing self-compassion to ourselves. It is great to have these characteristics! Having compassion

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Obligations Kill Connections

It’s November, which means it’s the holiday season, and we’re on the fast track toward a new year. For many, this time of year means gathering with loved

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Female Friendships and Their Contribution to Women’s Health

With International Women’s Day being on March 8th, I thought that it would be nice to take a moment to appreciate women around the world. Most of us

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Living up to Expectations Isn’t Worth Your Happiness

As we approach the new year, take a moment to reflect on the past year. What did you learn, what did you accomplish, did you feel fulfilled? If

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Reconnecting with Friends and Family During and After COVID-19

We’ve been living in an unprecedented time of isolation. For many of us, this isolation has negatively affected our mental health, but it has also helped many learn

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Live for Fulfillment

I want you to be honest with yourself. Are you living the life you really want or the life you think you want? A lot of us get caught in the trap of

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Relationships and Feeling Self-Worth

The public perception of Valentine’s Day is a mixed bag. On one hand, couples often enjoy the additional opportunity to express their love for each other. On the other, those not entangled in

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Friluftsliv: Benefits of Open-Air Living

It’s 7:00 a.m. on a cold, dreary day. Going outside is the last thing you want to do. You’d rather spend your day inside curled up in a warm blanket. We’re meant to

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Asking for Help in a Distanced World

It’s been over 9 months since the global pandemic began, and we’re still here! We’ve dealt with changes in our daily routine and the added stress. At this point we have all heard the term

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Compassion Starts with You

You hear of a friend in need and rush to be by their side. You may reschedule and adjust your plans to make everything work. Later, you find yourself as the person

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